generator

C Sniper · Posted: Sat Aug 06, 2022 11:25 pm Post subject:

I have seen other pilot house boats with generators mounts on top and have read everything that comes up in search for generators. I am thinking on making a cradle to securely hold mine on top of my tomcat for use when running/trolling. Then put it back on the swim platform when things calm down. Have brand new CO detector in cabin and would get another. Any tips? Free free to chime in if you want to talk me out of it as well.

ssobol · Posted: Sat Aug 06, 2022 11:43 pm Post subject:

Are you planning on running the generator when it is on the roof or is it just for transport? I store mine in a plastic tub with a lid in the cockpit when it is not running. It is mounted on a platform on the swim step when the generator is being used, but I don't run the generator when the boat is moving.

thataway · Posted: Sun Aug 07, 2022 12:41 pm Post subject:

Although I have used Honda generators for many years, I have never run one on top of the boat. Is this so you can use the air conditioning? If so, what air conditioning do you have. I would say absolutely not if using an RV type of roof air conditioner.

Even running our generator on the swim step (outboard bracket of the TC 255) we had 3 CO detection units. The windows are not "gas proof"--ie not fully sealed. We also did not run the generator at all when sleeping. We would cool the cabin down, and then turn it off. If we needed more ventilation later at night, we opened. up windows and hatches etc...

I do understand South Padre Island "hot".

C Sniper · Posted: Mon Aug 08, 2022 7:07 am Post subject:

I have a marine a/c (cruisair) installed under the rear seat of the dinette. Yes to cool the cabin when out running.

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Read the attached solution---

https://www.rvtravel.com/rv-electricity-generator-neutral-bonding-basics/

I searched for days to find this----

nwboater · Posted: Sat Oct 21, 2023 6:48 pm Post subject:

Instead of gas powered generator, consider one of the many new portable lithium battery packs. The Yoshino B2000 is a solid state unit weighing 31 lbs. It has a built-in 2000 watt inverter with 1300 watt hours capacity. It will handle all of your AC needs and last for a good long time, depending on usage. Charges up quickly from shore power. I will be adding one to my Tomcat 255 in the spring.

thataway · Posted: Sat Oct 21, 2023 11:52 pm Post subject:

Do you have any concern using a NMC battery which has a cathode made of a combination of nickel, manganese, and cobalt on. your boat.? My understanding is that these have been implicated in fires and explosions, and are not as safe as the LiFePO4 battery which has become the standard LI battery now offered as a factory option for many RV, / Trolling motor or house battery for boats.

-Waypoint- · Posted: Sat Oct 28, 2023 10:43 pm Post subject:

I just bought the ECOFLOW River Pro 2 for my 22. It runs my two Engels, one a fridge, and one a freezer for 18 hrs. (12v) It weighs 16lbs. charges up off my Honda 2200 in one hour (850watts)! The outboard will trickel in at 101 watts of charging while underway. Picked it up on Amazon Prime Day for $289. Very simple to use, light, and compact.